Director of Staff Development DSD

Gilroy Healthcare Center; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee Assistance program

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Professional development funds

Job summary

Spyglass Healthcare seeks a Director of Staff Development to lead onboarding, orientation, and ongoing staff training to ensure safe, compliant patient care. The role requires overseeing education programs, maintaining licenses and certifications, and coordinating mandatory activities across the facility in adherence to CA long-term care regulations.

Candidates must hold a valid RN or LVN license and have prior training development experience, with strong communication and professional demeanor

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to lead, train and supervise staff while maintaining professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and direct educational programs and on-the-job training.
• Maintain certifications, licenses and training records in compliance with laws.
• Ensure pre-employment screenings are completed as required.
• Collaborate with department leaders on policy updates and training.
• Coordinate calendars for in-services and mandatory activities.
• Adhere to safety and infection prevention policies and report incidents.
• Continuously improve training programs to stay compliant with regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

RN or LVN license

Job description

Director of Staff Development (DSD)

Position Summary

Provides new employee onboarding, orientation, and the ongoing training necessary to ensure staff have all the information, skills, education and knowledge necessary to safely perform assigned duties. The DSD must lead by example in a kind, positive, encouraging and professional manner, and monitors the activities of nursing staff ensuring quality care that complies with all laws, regulations and company policies.May also direct infection prevention and control programs/policies.

Qualifications:

• Valid LVN or RN license, in good standing
• Minimum 2 years’ experience providing direct care to multiple residents
• Minimum 1 year experience developing and delivering training, and supervising staff
• Proven understanding of CA long-term care regulations, practices, procedures, terminology, staffing requirements and laws that govern the industry
• Outstanding communication (oral and written) skills
• Ability to remain kind, professional and calm in all communication and work situations

Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, develops and directs all educational programs and on-the-job training throughout the facility and in accordance with all laws, regulations and company policies
• Maintains (verifies and updates) all certifications, licenses, training, orientation, employee records/files as per laws, regulations, standards and policies
• Ensures all pre-employment screening/testing requirements are met (physicals, drug testing, reference and background checks, etc. as needed)
• Works collaboratively (with other Department Leaders) and independently on policy development, updates, and training as needed or as directed by Administrator
• Coordinates monthly/yearly calendars for in-services and other employment required activities (vaccinations, certifications, etc.), communicating them to all affected parties
• Follows all safety and infection prevention requirements and policies, reporting any/all exposures, hazards, injuries, patient change in status, etc. timely
• Continually evaluates and improves programs and training aids, keeping facility compliant and updated on legal, regulatory and best practices as they change

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying a substantial portion of costs (voluntary supplemental plan options available)
• 401(k) with discretionary company match annually
• Company paid Basic Life and disability insurance (Buy up options available)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
• Employee Assistance program
• Tuition Assistance and Profession Enhancement Funds
• Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

*Benefits available to full-time employees.

At Spyglass Healthcare, we redefine excellence in skilled nursing and behavioral health care. Our dedicated division, Spyglass Support Services, stands at the forefront of enhancing clinical outcomes and elevating patient care in our facilities and programs. Our comprehensive suite of support services, including expert clinical consulting, efficient revenue cycle management, and rigorous compliance support, ensures that each facility operates at peak efficiency and effectiveness. Our core mission is to empower our facilities to deliver unparalleled care, ensuring every patient’s recovery journey is met with the highest level of compassion, professionalism, and excellence.